Summary
A man named James O'Donnell was driving while drunk and hit and killed a cyclist named Keith Hornby. O'Donnell left the scene, bought more alcohol, and was later arrested. He admitted to causing the accident and was sentenced to over 11 years in prison.
Key Facts
- James O'Donnell was driving over twice the legal speed limit when he hit Keith Hornby.
- After the crash, O'Donnell did not stay to help; instead, he went to buy more alcohol.
- He abandoned his car in a housing estate and was later found walking nearby.
- O'Donnell was nearly three times over the legal alcohol limit in a breath test.
- He initially denied the charges but later pleaded guilty before the trial.
- O'Donnell caused Hornby's death by dangerous driving, among other charges.
- The incident happened in Huyton, and the legal proceedings were held at Liverpool Crown Court.
- Keith Hornby was a regular cyclist and a primary carer for his elderly mother.
